The Bureau of Human Resources directs and coordinates all human resource activities for departments under the jurisdiction of the President of the Cook County Board, including Cook County Forest Preserve District.

Employment Website
This site will provide you with information about working for Cook County, current open positions, and other helpful information to guide you through the application process. Use the links to the right to navigate around this Employment site.

Why work for Cook County Government?
Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois' population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer. Cook County offers one of the region's best pension plans, generous vacation, insurance and leave benefits, and a commitment to public service that bring out the best in our workforce.

A snapshot of Cook County Government

• Cook County established the nation's first blood bank in 1937. Cook County Hospital was the first to have a dedicated unit for trauma services. Today our healthcare system treats more cancer patients than any other provider in the metropolitan area.
• Cook County's Bureau of Information Technology provides technology support to Cook County offices and employees, with its wide area network providing service to more than 120 municipalities.
• Cook County employs 27,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.
• Cook County oversees one of the nation's largest unified criminal and civil justice system, and administers the largest single jail site in the country.
• Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.
• Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land, and collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.
• Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.